2009 H1N1 Flu Update
October 14, 2009
Dear JSC Community:
A small number of JSC students returned from break this week with flu-like symptoms. Over 90 percent of all flu at this time is the H1N1 flu, so it is likely that we are experiencing a few cases of H1N1 on campus. While the H1N1 virus is highly contagious, the severity is relatively low, with symptoms and duration like the "regular" flu.
- We have taken a number of steps to prevent the spread of flu at Johnson State, including:
- Advising students, faculty and staff of the need to practice proper hand and respiratory hygiene (wash hands with soap and water, covering mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing, etc.)
- Installing hand sanitizers at strategic locations throughout campus and advising everyone to use them at every opportunity.
- Instructing students to notify us if they come down with flu-like symptoms (fever of 100 degrees Fahrenheit or more, aches, cough, fatigue, etc.); to self-isolate, rest, and drink plenty of fluids; and to not return to class until fever has subsided for at least 24 hours.
- Delivering food, water, and fever-reducing medications (ibuprofen or acetaminophen) to affected students who live on campus.
We are working closely with the state health department to monitor flu conditions, keep all illnesses at a minimum at Johnson State College, and determine the appropriate course of action as conditions change. We also have established a working group comprised of health, residential and administrative staff to stay on top of the situation and ensure timely communications to students, faculty and staff.
Click here to read the letter that has been sent to JSC students about the H1N1 flu.
